Vietnam’s ‘banh mi’ recognised as one of world's best sandwiches: CNN
Vietnam’s ‘banh mi’ has been continuously honoured in the world’s 25 best sandwiches by CNN.
A taste of Hanoi: Where every dish meets its perfect dip
According to the popular British travel site Rough Guides, Vietnam is among the countries with the world’s most enchanting culinary traditions. What makes Vietnamese cuisine, particularly that of Hanoi, so…
Into the charming misty town of Pleiku
Pleiku welcomed me on a summer afternoon, when sunlight gently fell upon ancient rooftops nestled among modern buildings, and pine-covered hills intertwined with the cityscape. Standing at the Great Unity…
Con Dao prison: where willpower defied darkness
Con Dao prison is now a historical relic site and a popular tourist attraction on Con Dao island. Every brick, every iron bar, every inch of ground in the prison still bears a trace of the blood, sweat, and tears of the Vietnamese martyrs who sacrificed their lives for the nation’s independence.
Khanh Hoa Provincial Cultural Heritage Preservation Center digitizes 2 national treasures
Khanh Hoa Provincial Heritage Preservation Center in association with Quang Nam Tourism Service and Cultural Heritage Preservation Company has recently digitized and released 3D versions of two national treasures: statue of King Po Klong Garai and relief of King Po Rome. 
Taste the world in Vietnam’s culinary festival 2025
The 2025 International Culinary Culture Festival presents a global food journey while showcasing Vietnam as a cultural bridge between nations.
What to expect in Quynh Son, Vietnam’s award-winning tourism village
After being recognized as one of the “Best Tourism Villages in the World 2025,” Quynh Son Village in Lang Son has captured the attention of travel enthusiasts and welcomed a growing number of visitors.
Kinh Thien Palace and imperial ceramics reveal Thang Long’s royal soul
A vivid portrait of royal life has taken shape after more than 15 years of excavations beneath Hanoi, as archaeologists uncover the enduring legacy of the Thang Long Imperial Citadel, the former political and cultural heart of Dai Viet.
Highland flavors shine in Tuyen Quang’s unique corn noodle soup
Inspired by men men (steamed cornmeal), chefs on the Dong Van Karst plateau in Tuyen Quang province created pho ngo (corn noodle soup). The hand-rolled corn noodles which give it its distinctive color and flavor have made the dish a new culinary specialty of the highlands.
Great potential for Viet Nam's mountain tourism
As of now, Viet Nam has four out of more than 200 global geoparks worldwide recognised by UNESCO.
Preserving national soul: HCMC’s cultural vibrancy
HCMC’s diverse ethnic and religious festivals, from the Cho Lon Lantern Festival to Christmas, act as cultural bridges, preserving heritage and strengthening community unity.
Conference reviews 15 years of research on Thang Long Imperial Citadel
The Institute of Archaeology held an international conference on November 4 to review 15 years of research into the Thang Long Imperial Citadel, with the participation of leading domestic researchers and experts from Japan, China and the Republic of Korea.
Exploring the rolling hills of Suoi Bon in Son La
Located about 25 kilometers from Moc Chau Town in Son La Province, Suoi Bon sits in a quiet valley surrounded by mountains, terraced rice fields, and purple myrtle-covered hills. At an altitude of 800 to 1,000 meters above sea level, the area enjoys a cool climate year-round, averaging 20-25 degrees Celsius in summer.
Tak Po Village in Da Nang: From cloud-hunting spot to community-based tourism destination
Located in the middle of the vast forests in Tra Tap (formerly part of Nam Tra My District), the Tak Po cloud-hunting spot is gradually transforming into a community-based tourism village bearing the cultural imprint of the mountainous region.
Festival Thang Long - Hanoi 2025 officially opened at Van Mieu - Quoc Tu Giam (Temple of Literature) on the morning of November 1, with the ‘Converging heritage’ ceremony honouring the capital’s heritage and inspiring creativity across the community.
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